Phantom vs Mavic - Which to Buy

[@BrainstechKnowlogy]

ill go for mavic. thanks a lot for the comparison. im starting a vlog soon so ill buy one for filming. =) thanks

[@abescha]

Brains techKnowlogy

[@dustin8513]

Thanks for the comparison !!! I've been watching you for several months, but this is the first time to write. Oh... you're the best drone columnist!!!

[@ragdollcatteryacatstale4810]

Thanks for this great review, i will buy the Mavic pro because i live in Belgium and here it’s not allowed to fly with a drone that weighs more then 1kg without having a special license for flying bigger drones. The Mavic is very transportable and very nice low weight so i can take it everywhere with me in Belgium without license.

[@readysetdrone]

Great choice!

[@ChuckyLad]

All copters use less energy when flying forward compared to hovering as they get extra lift from the forward movement. That being said, the Mavic is probably still more efficient when moving

[@realistindenial]

Nice comparison, but it's incomplete without talking about the controllers. And I'm not a selfie person, but I think the gesture technology is pretty cool.

[@mmsizzlak]

FINALLY, a message delivered the way it's SUPPOSED to be: honest and straight forward... No bull... Thanks, now i KNOW which one I'm buying

[@readysetdrone]

Thanks for watching!

[@jboyer1028]

I really appreciate your no-nonsense straight forward videos. Very informative.

[@lukassutrisno]

Thanks for the summary, Now I have DJI Phantom 3 Pro and will buy DJI Mavic Pro, unfortunately in Indonesia has not been sold.

[@DelvisD305]

Wow! Perfect video like for you! I just bought a new DJI Mavic Pro I love it.

[@minicooper6296]

Good stuff!! Although I bought my mavic pro, I just listened to the entire video to find out what's in phantom 4 and the difference. Good job!

[@chestypullerfan2]

Thanks Ready Set Drone for your non confusing, and very informative video comparison of these two DJI drones! A quick question if I may. I am a old guy that is into model railroading and taking photos of trains so I can paint up some for me and my grandson. Momma (the BANKER) would probably beat me if I spent $1000 on a drone to take those pics, even if I enjoyed the drone flying too!), so my question is, what is a drone in the $300 and below range that in your opinion, would be a good choice for a half-blind klutz (I destroyed multiple COX airplanes as a kid, trying to take off!!) and would have an acceptable camera resolution + range( probably not more 500 yds). Any suggestions and tips would be greatly appreciated!! Thanks!

[@readysetdrone]

Thanks for the comment. Based on your criteria, I would suggest picking up a Phantom 3 Standard. I think you can get them for around $300 and it has acceptable camera resolution and range. You might be able to find a used on on eBay for cheap too. Thanks for watching!

[@user-ll3lc4ek3t]

+Ready Set Drone may i know the actual price of the phantom 3 standard . thanks

[@gailraby1722]

+Wong Jian Rui 3 standard on ebay between £300-450.. be perfect for what you want, great camera, easy to fly, good flight times and more than enough range. you'll pick one up for close to 300..

[@TheARTdragons]

I recently bought the P3S for $330 from DJI refurbished so it is like new and have been loving it. The price right now is $400 but if you watch it for a while it should go down again around major holidays.

[@williamcolwell5490]

Ready Set Drone Thank You! Keep up the great work. I hope to view more of your videos.

[@drewmorg.]

Mavic vs. Phantom 4 is not even a question anymore... Mavic does many things the Phantom cannot do, and the Phantom holds very little over the Mavic and it is more expensive. Really tough to justify at this point... Phantom 4 Pro however is a different story ;)

[@ninjanaws8533]

The phantom 4 is better

[@sailingthalassa]

Thanks for replying,very kind of you. My main issue would be catching the drone .

[@matthewsabin8562]

I watched this vid multiple times because I'm looking to buy a Dji drone and this really helped thank you

[@readysetdrone]

Cool! Thanks for watching. Which one are you getting?

[@Stellarffxi]

I do a lot of photography and just wanted to mention... a 2.2 vs a 2.8 aperture is not negligible. As the aperture numbers get smaller, the difference between the numbers has more of an impact. I'd have to do the math, but I'd guess the 2.2 lets somewhere around 2x the amount of light as 2.8.. maybe a little less..

[@smarzyciel]

Great genuine comparison. Like the fact that you actually chose one over the other. Not another 20 min video without the closure. Cheers mate

[@readysetdrone]

Thanks!

[@KaneCheshire]

Just a note to say you can use an iPad mini with the controller, you just have to disconnect the side USB cable and plug one into the bottom. The gaps in the side of the controller clamps hold the corners of the iPad.

[@josephrandall5859]

I like how you explain which one is taller. I needed that.

[@readysetdrone]

Always glad to help!

[@CalebEckenrode]

Best comparison video of the two!

[@armand_v_cpt]

I know this is almost 2 years later. But since they are huge in the second hand market this is still a very informative and relevant video!! Thank you

[@cptcosmo]

I just bought a Mavic 2 Pro a couple months ago, and I absolutely love it! The Hasselblad camera is amazing. I was shooting video of a local sculpture park at 5:45am before sunrise, and the picture quality was like broad daylight. In fact, that video can be viewed on my KZbin Channel.

[@rcOhio]

Can't wait for my Mavic to arrive! It feels like it's been forever since I ordered it! Actually kind of has been..... October 15. If I'm ever concerned about what people think about my quad, i

[@rcOhio]

..... I fly my Inspire. Always a crowd pleaser!

[@andrewsmith7693]

Just gotta keep waiting homie, ordered mine 10/04 and its coming in on 12/06

[@rcOhio]

Andrew Smith congratulations buddy! Glad yours is finally coming! I'll certainly keep waiting, as I really want it...... just irritated with DJI as usual. They definitely make the best products hands down but they know we can't get products anywhere near what they produce anywhere else..... their customer service repeatedly shows that. It's like dealing with Rc4wd.

[@robinlopez1909]

You will love it...i got mavic pro platinum is amazing!!!

[@Dolmen254]

You do some seriously good review's comparisons,I'm researching drone's,so your reviews are the best I've seen.Thank you & Happy Christmas.

[@FAU4U]

As a teaching pro at a major 30,000 student university, FAU, the issue of f2.2 vs f2.8, this is a relatively significant factor on how much light strikes the images. About 40% more light with f2.2 optics will illuminate its imager as compared with f2.8 optics. Otherwise we like your videos.

[@readysetdrone]

Fair point. Thanks for the comment and thanks for watching!

[@PW.1993]

Go loyola! haha I liked that selfie pic at the end This is the best drone review channel ive found on youtube. Liked and subbed, thank you for this review. Very well done

[@shp9175]

Time to start saving

[@edwardbristow2276]

SHP did you save enough?

[@shariff4175]

Yea also curious, were you able to buy one?

[@Sanuske4]

Phantom 4 and Mavic are pretty much the same price. Also you probably aren't getting a Mavic anytime soon! The stock is so backed up. I am waiting on my pre-order.

[@Sanuske4]

***** Well I certainly do.. I am waiting on my Mavic. Sure anyone else planning on ordering one would care too.

[@brazkat1750]

I ordered mine back in October, still waiting on it. Glad I'm not alone ;)

[@oscarpoll4324]

Have you received your mavic yet?

[@wilvalkie3822]

Jup, If you are looking to buy the DJI Mavic, definitely check out this deal: sites.google.com/site/djidiscountdeals/

[@lg8285]

I want this drone for my hubby's b-day, is it too cheap? Thanks! www.amazon.com/Holy-Stone-F181-Quadcopter-Headless/dp/B00SAUAP5C/ref=as_li_ss_tl?s=toys-and-games&ie=UTF8&qid=1493086319&sr=1-3-spons&keywords=drone&psc=1&linkCode=ll1&tag=product0d4-20&linkId=c3e74d1a1be3ee6d83cf5152443af8e2

[@lucienbridges1810]

Just received my Mavic Pro (Ordered in Oct) Thanks for the comparison and look forward to flying. It also appears that based on the production delay the price has escalated. The prices I'm seeing are mored geared towards folks that are reselling (upwards to $1500-1600.00)

[@gailraby1722]

nice, clear no nonsense review. the Mav is better in low wind for the same reason it not so good in wind, it's flying weight means lower trust and a faster response meaning in low wind it can adjust quicker with less power, but in wind its running at higher rota speeds so has less in reserve to cope with the wind. the sound level is also connected to weight and thrust needed.

[@llConquestll]

Nice video. Pushed me towards purchasing my first drone tomorrow. Mavic it is.

[@readysetdrone]

You are going to love it!

[@realstonekicker4371]

Thanks for the fine Pro Presentation. I'm new to the Drone mindset, so I'm trying to gather info. on what and if I want to fly.

[@rodshelley1170]

Just got my Mavic this week. Can't wait for the weather to cooperate so I can get it in the air! If I need to look professional, I'll show up with my Inspire. But the Mavic will come along too! Great video and comparison! I might still get the P4 Pro...

[@Mr.SyedAsh]

any tips and tricks of mavic pro because we love it.

[@patrickmounier3332]

Very good review, helped me a lot choosing where to go from my Phantom 3 advanced.

[@3rick512]

Track scenes were shot at Gorzyki Middle School in Austin TX. I thought your baseball field scenes looked familiar but Pinnacle in the background was the dead giveaway. Thanks for the video, I'm looking into buying a drone in the near future & found it helpful.

[@readysetdrone]

Yes - you are correct!

[@timrobinson9192]

Although I will never own either of these quadcopters , the video was very informative , and interesting : Thumbs up Kelly :)

[@yeitmejoe]

Tim Robinson haha same here

[@vibol03]

why not? im sure you can spare $1000 if you really want to.

[@timrobinson9192]

I couldn't even spare $10 lately lol

[@MasteringHow-To]

Tim Robinson work hard and I guarantee you can get one. Make it your goal! Hustle. You can do it.

[@zombeesama1169]

bruh! same... but if i do i go for the mavic for its portability

[@GadgetInspector]

I'm so jealous that you have both of these things. I'm shooting for the Mavic though. Thanks for the vid.

[@andreplumeau6951]

I really appreciated you compared the 1080p images of both devices.

[@Alex_science]

Great explanation. Very clear and straight to the point. Congratulations from Brasil.

[@gusthedog]

Thank you for that amazing video. That really helped me!!

[@777geeman]

totally i have one still, pro plus though with low noise props. Theres no way i land it in sand or dusty terrian like when out fishing. Also its better in the often stronger coastal winds and can safetly deal with 800gms lift. i'm getting a mini 4 pro for its weight (249gms) and ease of portability.Thanks for your thoughts even several years later.

[@williamharvey697]

Concise, succinct, and to the point. A very good pros-and-cons presentation, with actually useful real-world info. Awesome video. Thanks!!!.

[@thomaskolb8785]

Thank you for this great comparison - excellent for me, looking for a replacement of my Phantom 3. A lot is going for the Mavic, but I cannot help noticing the staggering difference in image quality. The Phantom is tack sharp, while the Mavic looks positively unfocused. Check 15:23 - the left side of the image is not just a tad soft, but quite frankly totally blurred. I don't think I could accept this subpar image quality and I am just about to cancel my order. Did you set the focus correctly?

[@MrPixelgrower]

Just coming at this as a 35 year photographer, 2.8 versus 2.2 does not provide THAT much extra in the way of depth of field (distance in focus). I don't own either of these, but am thinking of the Mavic some day soon. Maybe the 2.2 aperature is causing the softness on the Mavic, also lens build can make a difference. Maybe there was a dud lens element in the test Mavic. Hard to say..?

[@SamChristopher5]

Thanks dude, you're a huge help. Keep up the good work👍🏽

[@andresvergara2991]

Thank you! Great review...I am getting my Phantom 4 Pro

[@eds1994fatboy]

I just had a Phantom 3 get caught in one of my trees and the guy never came back for it.This thing was so beat up I guess the battery is the only good piece of anything that is left.Great vids sir...!

[@tpfrk8977]

For me the best new feature of the mavic has to be the increased range. A 1.2 mile difference is not trivial. And all the other features are basically equal to the p4, but in a smaller more portable form factor that is $200 cheaper. For now I am happy with my p3p. But I almost pulled the trigger on a mavic. I will probably wait until the mavic 2 to upgrade. nice video!

[@DGreen-On-Top]

Thanks guy! You covered all the info I needed. I'm upgrading from DJI Phantom 3 Pro. Aiming towards DJI P4

[@readysetdrone]

Awesome - glad to hear it!

[@TheSkyPod]

Nice comparison . I would think if someone is going to show up as a professional to a wedding event , they might be bringing an Inspire instead of either of these 2 . IMO . I have both of these and think I am starting to like the Mavic more because of its portability . And an ipad mini 4 fits in the Mavic controller without too much effort.

[@eadjh98]

Thanks will take that on board! Will keep watching your vids when they happen. I used to fly fixed wing years ago And now I'm nearing retirement I thought something like the drone would be for me! And I'm pretty sure it is,I am also in pinnacle studio For my home movies etc, and I'm sure I could add some fantastic footage to my movies with the help of the Magic pro. But my flying skills were over 20 years ago and I know you don't forget it I'm sure I'd be a little rusty, plus all the technology today I find it a bit of a mountain to climb! Like using the mobile phone as a flight screen, and if you can't see the drone how do you control it etc etc. I'm sure I'll get there with you guys available and your videos! Keep up the good work! Dave UK Dave UK

[@JAROCHELOcesarcastro]

He is so right about the PRO LOOK when you show up to do a job. That comment is just on point. I’m a sound engineer and as soon as I got the wireless iPad controlled mixer people reacted like if I was working for a major artist!! Psique

[@bryanyoung8372]

That was a well prepaired and helpful comparison.

[@JT-ps7xx]

Your video is helping me a lot in deciding. I have owned p2v and p3p before. At this point I still can't decide if I should get the phantom 4 and then wait for the mavic 2. Or just get the mavic and be happy with it. I see so many videos of concerns on the mavic that are holding me back. thanks for sharing

[@DistantShoresTV]

I'm a sailing filmmaker and will be trying to hand catch my drone (after I've gained some experience with it :-) so thanks for the heads up catching the Phantom. Have you got any resources on learning to hand catch or otherwise working from a boat? If you had to guess, how many times will I hand catch the drone before I drop it? I assume I will lose the drone so I am looking at cheaper older Phantom 3 units :-)

[@readysetdrone]

+Distant Shores TV It is actually pretty easy to catch the Phantom. Just be sure the boat is not moving and you have GPS on the Phantom!

[@DistantShoresTV]

When you say "have GPS on the Phantom" do you mean do I have GPS on the iPhone I control it with? I was afraid we'd have to stop... harder on a sailboat unfortunately...

[@AnglerDanNE]

get the Phantom 3 standard, that is what your looking for. Has gps built in and has live live to your phone.

[@marcellovicente2905]

Thanks bro ...I've been looking at both of these and also the Inspire 2, but of course at a much higher platform. Loved the info cheers bro

[@sudburydrone466]

Fun to watch these old videos popping up on my feed. Watched one of Kens didn’t even have the Mavic yet 😁

[@sw45acp60]

Love your video! What is the best Hard case to use for DJI 4 Pro because I'm going to Mexico and want to take it with me. Carry on of course!

[@ahodbikes]

Really comprehensive review. Your approach to the objective and subjective things is perfect, and should be used as a model for more product reviews. Great videos!

[@mustang94299]

Thanks Ready Set.. l appreciate the info, I was reading my comment and I see that I have the word magic instead of Mavic. I think spell check put it in there and I didn't notice it.

[@jacksonljsne8461]

dji

[@sledgehammer1570]

Hi. Not here to bash you, but i think you're wrong about the footage quality comparison. The Mavic has problems with aliasing at higher framerates. (above 30fps) Also called "moire effect" Can be seen in this video at 4:17 in the golf flag's pole and edges of the windows of the houses. It is a camera limitation and can not been fixed by firmware update. Not a huge deal for everyone but for me it was a dealbreaker and i ended up getting the Phantom. Also it is cheaper in Finland than the Mavic. Phantom 4's camera simply is better. These are aerial photography tools and the most important thing is the camera. Also seems to me that your Mavic's lense's left side is blurry? It is a reported issue also.

[@readysetdrone]

Fair opinion. Thanks for watching!

[@dmkinney]

With the Mavic, you don't have to mount the propellers. Good review/comparison. Tks.

[@peterkerr8913]

By the way see a major difference in DOF defocus in your videos, on the Mavic vs Phantom. The 2.8 is sharper and has a deeper DOF than 2.2. 2.2 is brighter sure by a little.

[@brentsmith4878]

second career for me. rather than doing what I trained for , am now going back to school for skill set in AUVs; looks like masters is best option. dont go for the 1 day wonder courses" on be a drone pillot; is not what the industry is looking for ..you have to have some STEM ability...if you cant get past basic math, physic, stats, et al...or think you could learn it with motivation, dont bother. UAV jobs ; you need some basics math, chemistry, IT, physics, stats knowledge. if you dont have it...start at a community college and take nothing but STEM....and IT...you CAN get there!

[@siege78]

Great video- tons of great info. I'm not a drone flier yet but I'm shopping, so this was a great help. Thanks!

[@readysetdrone]

Glad to hear it. If you have not checked out our comparison of the DJI Mavic Pro and Mavic Pro Platinum, you should watch that. The Mavic Pro Platinum is the best value drone on the market today in my opinion.

[@IaninLondon]

Both of these are roughly the same price though; that's why I compared the Phantom 3 STANDARD with the Mavic... for someone starting out who simply can't afford a Mavic or who doesn't want to trash a $1,000 drone whilst they're learning..... Cheers, Ian

[@readysetdrone]

I agree that if you are just starting, a P3 is a great way to go!

[@IaninLondon]

Exactly! :) My video shows the only two main differences are the size and range.... The camera on the standard is actually same size sensor and pixel resolution as the Mavic! Which is a little surprising given the price :) Great vids as ever guys Ian

[@codybassett8183]

the p2 is better then a p3 standard wtf r u talkinhg about that thing is garbage at least p2 has no height restriction. im gonna get the mavic for 745

[@StuGreenTech]

Great review , I’m thinking about adding the mavic 2 zoom as my second drone to supplement my mavic air. I actually feel the phantom is starting to look more like a toy to be honest. Maybe the phantom line needs to die as the mavic is really just a slimmed down phantom with folding legs, the actual guts of the machine are likely almost identical.

[@LoganMcKneelen]

great video. I have a phantom 3 standard and I love it! Hoping to upgrade in the future and I think the mavic is the one. The portability is second to none.

[@14Mentalist]

I've just brought a Mav. Love it. I've never flown a phantom but mates got one and we had a race and in sports mode I won by a good 10 metres The phantum 4 can carry more as we did a tug of war and I lost. I was brave yesterday I took it over a mile and it was perfect.

[@OmarAngelGarcia]

New to the hobby so I decided to learn on the Phantom 3.

[@readysetdrone]

Good choice!

[@AudioGuy321]

VERY helpful video. Been looking at a serious drone, (have a toy at the moment) and virtually every thing I see says get the Mavic vs most others. I'm a "newbie" to say the least but am interested in just flying/playing/experimenting as well as taking photos. Love the compact size and it appears to be fairly easy to fly and more difficult to screw up/crash.

[@readysetdrone]

Practice on your toy drone for a while, then get a Mavic. As long as you keep your wits about you and use common sense you should not have any problems. Thanks for watching!

[@dabofbeats4592]

I really appreciate and enjoy your videos. The information and your opinion has helped me immensely helped me in my decision making process. Thank you so much.

[@readysetdrone]

Glad to hear that!

[@michaelsevens]

Fantastic Review!! Still have a hard choice in what to buy!! They're both so good!!! Most likely, The Mavic Pro - Platinum... I am going to watch that video next.... Go Texas!!!

[@readysetdrone]

Thanks.

[@WFPSting]

Hope to see some stuff from the Phantom 4 pro. Specialy the pro's and cons between the phantom 4 pro and mavic

[@readysetdrone]

Yes - working on it. Will have some more P4 Pro videos out soon!

[@WFPSting]

Ok cool man. I am kinda looking forward to the phantom 4 pro.

[@brianmeister2839]

Well done! Intelligent, well thought-out comparison of the drones. Thanks!

[@readysetdrone]

+Brian Meister Thanks!

[@farrisisable]

Great comparison video! Thanks! I just lost my P3P for unknown circumstances (shot at? hacked?) I think I will purchase the P4P in obsidian. I've also got to put food on the table or I'd own both! Love how portable the Mavic is but I do occasionally shoot special events and the larger image sensor and mechanical shutter of the P4P is right up my alley! Thanks again for the video!

[@readysetdrone]

Glad to hear it. The P4P is the best in terms of camera quality...but you can't beat the Mavic for portability. Tough decision!

[@luisrodrigues1264]

Very good video with important considerations! Congrats, buddy!

[@markpaternoster8084]

Great video with detailed comparison, hope to see one with DJI inspire 2

[@savagerodent7533]

Im surprised you seem to regard the video quality of both to be of much the same. Based on the bits of footage you showed I'd of said that the phantom's video was noticeably sharper and the colures feel more believable, if a little washed out. Thanks for the review, very informative.

[@loganreid4992]

I know this video came out two years ago, but the reason the Mavic flies longer flying forward is because the constant speed forward generates some lift meaning the motors don't need to work as hard. (I think. Correct me if I'm wrong)

[@IROC-ROB]

Over all I like the Mavic Pro better; however, I like the video on the Phantom 4 way better.

[@EricSNeitzel]

Really great video!! Thank you.. I will most likely get my feet wet with the Mavic then move into the 4 Pro plus down the road once I get comfortable with my piloting skills and keep the Mavic as my travel buddy.

[@austinsherwood7188]

Eric Neitzel flying them are so easy you'll learn it in maybe a minute

[@shefaatahamed1581]

Very good.. I think Dji mavic is better than phantom... so I have a question to in a the pocket drone wich one is best between JJRC H47 VS EACHINE E56 ?? PLEASE LET ME KNOW ASAP.. THANK YOU..

[@readysetdrone]

Unfortunately, I have never had a chance to fly either of those drones, so I really don't know. If anyone else knows, please reply to Shefaat's comment. Thanks!

[@yomyovi]

Thank you for the video. I want to especially thank you for being unbiased.

[@primolast176]

Excellent review, thanks very much. We are interested in using it quite often on boats, so thanks for mentioning that. Size, price, range, picture quality point at the Mavic. Re catchability on boats : I was thinking about adding a lightweight removable 'catch-me' bracket/handle. Any thoughts on that?

[@readysetdrone]

I have not used something like that and I have never hand caught the Mavic before. If you do it, please let me know how it goes. But I definitely think the Phantom is more "catchable" than the Mavic. Thanks for the comment!

[@10Matic]

Nice job on reviewing both Drones...very informative

[@pacificdronepilots4763]

You've had the P4 for "almost a year"? It wasn't available until March 2016. LOL! Also, most quadcopters use less power when going forward (conservatively) than when just hovering. Hovering takes more energy and moving forward produces more lift to help ease the power consumption.

[@readysetdrone]

Thanks HB. Good comment on the motion forward.

[@tootallsvlog103]

Very good comparison, I'm seen the Mavic hand caught but I know it's not as easy.

[@CatamaranImpi]

Great video presentation - thank you. I was wondering if I could catch my drone on our catamaran by simply putting out a large, wide aperture catch net, and fly / drop the drone into that net. Would the blade rotation stop when it hits the net or would we do damage? I do not like he idea of catching the drone by hand and we want to film the boat under sail. I look forward to some valuable comments around this ... Cheers for now Brent

[@reedysbarbershop]

Thanks so much! Really appreciate your input.

[@kevinwhittier2626]

Hi; Great comparison video. The Mavic is on my wish list, but still debating on weather to buy it or not. My current GPS camera quads consist of a P3 Standard, Bebop 2 and a Yuneec breeze. In your video comparison at about the 15:35 mark in the video, the colors on the Mavic of the flags and close up images look warm and more realistic. The P4 looks a little dull and the colors are less vibrant. When you look at the trees at the farthest point of the videos the images on the Mavic look more blurred or out of focus. The P4 image is more clear, but the colors are still on the dull side. Also, have do you have a opinion on which one handles rapidly changing light conditions better. Such as shade to full sun, or when flying in wooded areas where you suddenly come into a very sunny area. Always enjoy your videos. Thanks for all your time and effort. Greetings from Western Canada.

[@readysetdrone]

Thanks Kevin! I've been to Banff, Calgary and Vancouver - beautiful place. Thanks for watching and happy flying!

[@sailingthalassa]

I just had a thought that we usually tow a dinghy about 8' x4' , if i spread a net across it would this be easy to land and take off from ,sorry i am such a newby but you really know what you are talking about and i would appreciate your comments.

[@BeyondDuctTapeFixItRight]

Nice video, I enjoyed how you structured your comparison.

[@eadjh98]

Hiya once again, thanks for your last fast response, I do now have another question for you! Would it be better to buy from the States? As you quote $999.00 And I think here in the U.K. You are looking at around £1.000. Which is around twice the cost of the USA! Just another thought! Great informative videos! Dave UK

[@readysetdrone]

Yeah - if you can get it for $999 USD, that's ideal. I know the Pound is worth more than the dollar. Or can you order directly from DJI? I have done that before.

[@mstuartkendall]

You did a great job. Yet, from my research I have learned that the Mavic will not shoot 1080P at 60fps without issues. Are you sure you had it set at these settings.

[@beatusmongous]

I can put my Mavic in the back pocket of my cycling jersey. That's quite cool for me. I really enjoy my Mavic, and I've already been doing work with it. Most people are quite impressed with it because I had it wrapped with my logo, it's quiet, it's small, and I fly it carefully and steadily to get a good shot. I'd love to have a much better tool, but for now, it's what I can afford that gets the job done right.

[@readysetdrone]

Totally agree that the Mavic is amazing for the price and for how portable it is. Fly safe!

[@llZak]

great video! I've been really trying to figure out which id rather have for my videos and i was really set on the mavic but at the same time the phantom 4 does have that professional feel, i think it be a coin flip

[@geertstroy]

Finally a composed and clear comparison , I never subscribe but now I did! Greetings from Holland , btw You made me buy the Mavic...

[@readysetdrone]

Awesome! The Mavic is fantastic, I think you will love it. Check out this video - I shot it with the P4 Pro and the Mavic - kzbin.info/www/bejne/eWTMlGSIasaInq8

[@jsupreme23]

At the moment, the phantom 4 can be purchased for $999.99 (some retailers will include another battery for this cost). Now that the price points are identical, would you still recommend the mavic over the phantom 4?

[@joeorapellojr6417]

Excellent Video and comparison..Very informative..Thank you!